How To Fix GLBP023 - Field &1 is not in the summary table of ledger &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLBP - Flex. G/L BAPIs

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Field &1 is not in the summary table of ledger &2

What causes this issue?

Data selection for ledger &V2& is not possible using a customer
enhancement for field &V1&, since it is not a key field in the related
summary table.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use a field contained in the summary table.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLBP023 - Field &1 is not in the summary table of ledger &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLBP023 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) is not found in the summary table of the specified ledger (denoted as &2). This error typically arises during the posting of financial documents or when trying to access certain financial reports.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Configured: The field in question may not be configured in the summary table for the specified ledger. This can happen if the field is newly added or if there are inconsistencies in the configuration.
  Custom Fields: If custom fields are being used, they may not have been properly integrated into the summary table.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the ledger structure, it may lead to discrepancies.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields in the ledger.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the ledger and ensure that the field in question is included in the summary table. This can be done through the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation and check the settings for the ledger.
  
  
  
  Update Summary Table: If the field is missing, you may need to update the summary table to include the field. This may require technical assistance from an SAP consultant or developer.
  
  
  Review Custom Fields: If custom fields are involved, ensure that they are correctly defined and mapped in the system. You may need to check the custom development or enhancements that have been implemented.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the ledger data. This can help in identifying if there are any missing entries or misconfigurations.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields in the ledger. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the summary table and SE80 (Object Navigator) for any custom developments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on ledger configuration and field management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.